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What's the most amazing thing about the universe?
By Paul Sutter published
A few scant equations can explain a variety of phenomena in our universe, over vast gulfs of space and time. Here's a taste of just how powerful modern physics can be.
Can energy be sucked out of a black hole?
By Daniele Faccio, Marion Cromb published
Mathematical physicist proposed making 'black hole bombs.'
Live Science podcast "Life's Little Mysteries" 34: Mysterious Universe
By Live Science Staff published
Where did the universe come from, what's it made of and how will it end?
Is life a gamble? Scientist models universe to find out
By Tim Childers published
Scientist finds life in the universe could be common, but we may never find it.
The universe could possibly have more dimensions. Here's how.
By Paul Sutter published
String theory is a purported theory of everything that physicists hope will one day explain … everything.
Is the Universe Curved? Not So Fast.
By Paul Sutter published
A new study has called into question the prevailing notion that the universe is "flat." The stakes of this cosmological debate are huge.
If There's a Wormhole Hiding in Our Galaxy, Could We Really Find It?
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
Researchers describe how to find wormholes in the folds of our galaxy.
Cosmic Record Holders: The 12 Biggest Objects in the Universe
By Adam Mann published
Things that make you go whoa!
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